Join Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC for a Learn to Fish program on Wednesdays at Ellison Park in Vernon.
In this 2 hour session you’ll learn the basics of freshwater fishing including: hatchery roles, fish identification, tackle, rod rigging, casting, and hands-on fishing.
- Luhr Jensen fishing rods provided
- For children ages 5 to 15. Parent participation required.
- Programs run rain or shine.
- No registration required.
- Meet at Public day use area on the beach by the picnic tables. Under the blue tent.
Important! Please ensure you arrive on time as the introductory information on fishing techniques and ethics are important to your participation in the hands-on fishing portion. We reserve the right to deny entry to those arriving after the program has started.
Thank you to our program sponsors: Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation, Luhr Jensen, 13 Fishing, BC Ram Dealers, Province of British Columbia, Bass Pro Shops Cabela’s Outdoor Fund, Backroad Mapbooks and Yamaha Motor Canada.
Location: Ellison Park – 9816 Eastside Road, Vernon
Dates: July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM-12:30PM
Event Cost:Â Free program. No pre-registration required!
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